Animal welfare, risks for dogs and cats in winter

Animals & Autumn-Winter: What are the risks for dogs and cats?

On 2025-10-31

PETS & AUTUMN-WINTER: WHAT ARE THE RISKS FOR DOGS AND CATS?

Autumn is drawing to a close, and the first frosts are setting in. While the cool weather is pleasant for humans, this seasonal transition exposes our companions to specific risks, ranging from dangers in the forest to urban chemical threats.

Whether adventurous dog, homebody cat, or senior pet, no one is immune to the dangers of autumn and winter.

The ServicesPourAnimaux team alerts you to the main threats and provides tips to ensure a safe season for your pet.

1. Risks related to cold and dampness

The cold affects the health and mobility of our animals in several ways:

_ Hypothermia: This particularly threatens short-haired animals, seniors, and very young animals. The recommended action: Limit outings in very cold weather and ensure that outdoor shelters (kennel, outbuilding) are dry and well-insulated.

_ Worsening joint pain: Cold and damp conditions exacerbate arthritis and dysplasia in older animals. The recommended action: Consult your veterinarian to adjust treatments (supplements, anti-inflammatories) and provide warm, elevated bedding away from drafts.

2. Toxic Risks of Autumn Walks

During walks in the forest, park, or dog park, dogs are particularly exposed to natural toxins found on the ground at this time of year:

_ Acorns and chestnuts: These contain tannins, toxic substances that, if ingested in large quantities, can damage the kidneys (nephrotoxicity) and cause severe digestive problems. The key: Maximum supervision. Prevent your dog from chewing or eating these fruits.

_ Mushrooms: Many varieties are poisonous. Poisoning is difficult to diagnose and can develop very quickly. The key: Strictly forbidden. Never let your dog explore the undergrowth where mushrooms grow. If ingested, immediately take your pet to the vet or contact the animal emergency number 3115.

_ Holly and mistletoe berries: These plants, often used for winter decorations, have highly toxic berries that cause vomiting, diarrhea, and heart problems. The key: If you use them for Christmas decorations, for example, make sure they are out of reach of dogs and cats, especially after they have fallen.

3. Urban and Chemical Hazards

The products humans use to protect themselves from the cold are often the most dangerous for our four-legged companions:

_ Paw pad poisoning (de-icing salt): Salt irritates and burns the paw pads of dogs and cats and can cause digestive problems if licked. The solution: Apply a protective ointment before taking your pet outside. After each walk on salted ground, immediately rinse their paws with lukewarm water.

_ Antifreeze (coolant): This is the most dangerous winter poison because its sweet taste is attractive to dogs and cats. Ingesting even a small amount causes severe and often fatal kidney poisoning. The solution: Store antifreeze out of reach. If your pet seems drunk, vomits, or urinates excessively after being outside, take them to the vet immediately.

Anticipation and vigilance are your best allies for animal well-being. By adapting your pet's care and monitoring their environment, you can ensure a peaceful and safe autumn and winter season for them.

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Veterinary emergency for dogs cats small animals, call 3115

On 2025-09-30

VETERINARY EMERGENCY FOR DOGS, CATS, AND NACs, DIAL 3115

An accident, respiratory distress, poisoning... veterinary emergencies can occur at any time, even in the middle of the night or on a public holiday.

To respond quickly and effectively, there is a toll-free national number to call: 3115, the veterinary emergency number.

Available free of charge from a mobile or landline phone, the veterinary emergency number 3115 is available 24/7. It allows you to contact an on-call veterinarian near you and quickly obtain advice or referral to an open veterinary clinic.

The veterinary emergency service covers dogs, cats, and NACs (New Companion Animals) throughout mainland France, and ServicesPourAnimaux recommends that you save this number to your phone now because responsiveness can save an animal's life.

What are the steps involved in emergency veterinary care?

1 _ Call ahead for veterinary emergencies: It is strongly recommended that you call 3115 before traveling to allow the veterinary team time to prepare and assess the severity of the emergency.

2 _ Reception at the veterinary clinic: You are greeted by the on-call staff. If the animal is in life-threatening distress, it is immediately transferred to intensive care. Otherwise, you wait in the waiting room for a veterinary consultation.

3 _ Veterinary consultation: The veterinarian assesses the animal's health. They make a diagnosis and perform initial veterinary care. Additional tests may be performed as needed (X-rays, ultrasound, lab tests, etc.).

4 _ Veterinary hospitalization: If the animal's health requires it, hospitalization may be proposed. A quote is provided to the animal's owner with an explanation of the treatment.

5 _ Discharge and veterinary follow-up: Upon discharge from a veterinary emergency, you will receive prescriptions, recommendations, and various medical documents. The on-call veterinarian can also refer you to a specialist such as an animal osteopath or schedule a short-term veterinary check-up.

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Educational comics with animals, horse dog cat comics

Educational comics with animals, learning while having fun!

On 2025-08-29

EDUCATIONAL COMICS WITH ANIMALS, LEARNING WHILE HAVING FUN!

At ServicesPourAnimaux, we believe that teaching respect for animals begins at a very young age. That's why we're launching a series of educational comics featuring animals, specially designed for children and teens.

The goal of these educational comics featuring dogs, cats, small pets, and horses is to raise awareness with gentleness and humor through illustrated stories on essential themes, including:

_ Respect for animals and animal welfare: understanding the basic needs of different animals.

_ Good behavior: how to interact with an unknown dog, what to do when faced with an injured animal, what to do when faced with an abandoned dog or cat, etc.

_ Responsible behavior: feeding a pet properly, recognizing signs of stress in an animal, adopting a pet slowly, etc.

_ Empathy and commitment: encouraging young people to become protectors of the animal world.

Each educational comic features expressive animals and curious children, including Luna, the wise Bengal cat who explains feline emotions; Oscar, the Labrador Retriever guide dog who demonstrates the right actions; Titou, the rabbit who talks about cage life and the need for freedom; and Equinox, the French trotting horse who raises awareness about equine care and the rider-horse relationship.

A ServicesPourAnimaux educational comic is more than just a drawing; it's a gateway to animal awareness.

The educational comics featuring animals are aimed at all elementary schools, middle schools, recreation centers, and media libraries, as well as families wishing to introduce their children to a healthy relationship with animals.

All educational comics featuring dogs, educational comics featuring cats, educational comics featuring small pets, and educational comics featuring horses can be viewed exclusively and free of charge online or printed on the ServicesPourAnimaux platform.

Example of an educational comic strip with a dog and a cat:

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